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Google releases Android Auto version 17.5 amid concerns over previous instability, prioritising system reliability and driver safety over flashy features amidst reports of crashes and disconnections affecting Pixel and Galaxy S26 Ultra users. Android Auto is back in focus as…
Samsung’s latest One UI 9 update marks a significant shift towards greater customisation, enhanced security and smarter everyday management, offering Galaxy users a more intuitive and adaptable experience. Samsung’s One UI 9 appears to be a broad refresh rather than…
Alibaba has unveiled Qwen3.8-27B, a consumer-friendly AI model that supports local deployment, marking a shift towards more private and accessible AI systems for everyday devices. Alibaba has expanded its Qwen family with a new model designed to run on consumer…
Apple is seeking court approval to reintroduce tiered commissions of 5% to 15% on external links in iOS apps, aiming to recover revenue lost since 2025 following a landmark legal ruling in its dispute with Epic Games. Apple has asked…
Microsoft has released PowerToys Preview v0.101.2282.0, focusing on improving the Command Palette’s stability, performance, and multi-monitor support, ahead of a wider rollout. Microsoft has released PowerToys Preview v0.101.2282.0, a development build that continues its recent work on Command Palette stability,…
As no-code data analysis platforms expand beyond niche use cases, they now underpin mainstream business operations, offering non-technical teams quicker insights across diverse data types and workflows. No-code data analysis tools have moved from niche convenience to mainstream business infrastructure.…
Apple has announced its most significant Siri update in years, introducing Siri AI that enables more natural conversations, broader access to personal data, and across its entire hardware ecosystem, set to roll out in 2026. Siri has moved from being…
While many tweak and clean tools claim to speed up Windows, the most effective improvements come from straightforward maintenance and hardware upgrades, with SSD replacement delivering unmatched performance gains. Windows optimisation tools promise quick gains, but most of what they…
Andy Yen, CEO of Proton, warns that without privacy safeguards, AI technology could accelerate the surveillance economy. Proton is developing privacy-focused AI tools, emphasising user control and end-to-end encryption amid concerns over data exploitation by tech giants. Andy Yen, the…
Apple has released iOS 26.6.1, a maintenance update prioritising security patches, bug fixes, and improved system reliability for supported iPhones, marking a key step in its ongoing refinement cycle before the launch of iOS 27. Apple has rolled out iOS…
Microsoft plans to disable the =COPILOT function in Excel by September 2026, focusing AI features within a broader tiered product model and signalling a move away from cell-level prompts to integrated workflows. Microsoft is preparing to retire the =COPILOT function…
Microsoft is preparing a major redesign of Windows 11’s right-click menus, aiming to enhance speed, reduce clutter, and offer greater customisation for users, with new features already nearing testing in Insider preview builds. Microsoft is preparing a substantial overhaul of…
